When you land · Bangkok

Who do I call in an emergency in Bangkok?

Tourist Police 1155. Emergency 191.

Checked 26 Aug 2026

BangkokEmergency help
Tourist Police1155
Emergency191
Indian Embassy Bangkok+66-2-2580300

Every detail we holdThe emergency help facts, as checked

Scams
  • 'Grand Palace is closed today' tuk-tuk scam → gem shop detour. It is NOT closed
  • Tuk-tuk 20-baht 'city tours' end at commission shops
  • Jet-ski damage claims (more a Pattaya/Phuket issue)
  • Ping-pong show touts on Khao San — walk away
Areas to avoid
  • None broadly; keep bags zipped in Chatuchak & Khao San crowds
Emergency numbers
  • Tourist Police — 1155
  • Emergency — 191
  • Indian Embassy Bangkok — +66-2-2580300

Emergency help elsewhereThe same section for other places we cover